Preparing ethical review systems for emergencies: next steps.

Wright K., Aagaard N., Ali AY., Atuire C., Campbell M., Littler K., Mandil A., Mathur R., Okeibunor J., Reis A., Ribeiro MA., Saenz C., Sekhoacha M., Gooshki ES., Singh JA., Upshur R.

Ethical review systems need to build on their experiences of COVID-19 research to enhance their preparedness for future pandemics. Recommendations from representatives from over twenty countries include: improving relationships across the research ecosystem; demonstrating willingness to reform and adapt systems and processes; and making the case robustly for better resourcing.

DOI

10.1186/s12910-023-00957-2

Type

Journal

BMC medical ethics

Publication Date

10/2023

Volume

24

Addresses

WHO HQ, Geneva, Switzerland. katharines.wright@icloud.com.

Keywords

Humans, Emergencies, Ecosystem, Ethical Review, COVID-19

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